Turn Key Condition

by Margie Linda Ortega

FBT review:

Welcome to the intriguing world of "Turn Key Condition" by M.L. Ortega! Follow Maggie, a resourceful single mom, as she uncovers a shocking murder that leads her down a twisted path of secrets and abuse. This engrossing mystery will keep you on the edge of your seat until the final page.

Maggie's life takes an unexpected turn when she stumbles upon a naked dead man while cleaning a model home. With a donut strategically placed over his genitals, this unique murder has her questioning the motivations behind it. Could it be tied to the hidden dark side of abuse?

As Maggie digs deeper into the man's life, she becomes entangled in a web of deception and retribution. Is her own past clouding her judgment, or is there a chilling connection to the dead man's family?

With a touch of gallows humor and a cleverly crafted plot, "Turn Key Condition" is a must-read for fans of indie mysteries. Grab your copy today and join Maggie on this thrilling journey of unraveling the truth.

Publisher Description:

EXCERPT:
"The two women stood side by side at the doorway of the master bedroom looking in at the naked body resting on the floor. They recognized who it was, of course. Mitch Thompson, the general contractor of the new tract.
The tall blonde, Jane, swayed and her petite brunette friend, Maggie, turned to steady her. “I’m going to be sick,” Jane groaned.
“You can’t throw up, I just cleaned the bathroom,” Maggie warned her. And, of course, this reason made perfect sense. Jane’s eyes remained riveted on Mitch’s body and Maggie’s were unavoidably drawn back to it.
For the truly horrific part of the tableaux before them wasn’t just the naked body but the adornment affixed to the corpse.
What is that thing? Maggie thought to herself, curiosity not enough to propel her into the room to find out."
PUBLISHER WEEKLY REVIEW: "There's more fun than malice in this domestic murder mystery; readers will enjoy not only the sleuthing but following Orange County single mom, Maggie, as she goes about doing the many odd jobs that it takes to keep her family of three sons afloat...A wide range of zany secondary characters circle around Maggie and the plot, each adding something whacky to the mix. The repartee between Maggie and Jane is genuinely funny and the entire production is...an appealing mystery comedy."